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The Bird Name Book

Author : Susan Myers
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691235691

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A marvelously illustrated A-to-Z compendium of bird names from around the globe The Bird Name Book is an alphabetical reference book on the origins and meanings of common group bird names, from “accentor” to “zeledonia.” A cornucopia of engaging facts and anecdotes, this superbly researched compendium presents a wealth of incisive entries alongside stunning photos by the author and beautiful historic prints and watercolors. Myers provides brief biographies of prominent figures in ornithology—such as John Gould, John Latham, Alfred Newton, and Robert Ridgway—and goes on to describe the etymological history of every common group bird name found in standardized English. She interweaves the stories behind the names with quotes from publications dating back to the 1400s, illuminating the shared evolution of language and our relationships with birds, and rooting the names in the history of ornithological discovery. Whether you are a well-traveled birder or have ever wondered how the birds in your backyard got their names, The Bird Name Book is an ideal companion.

Picture Book of Canadian Birds

Author : Mountian Top Books
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798674942344

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Picture Book of Canadian Birds by Mountian Top Books Pdf

All versions of our picture books (Paperback and E-book) are discreetly made, to make sure there are no mention of Dementia, memory loss, Alzheimer, Parkinson, or any form of sicknesses, and saddening words, both in the titles of the books and interiors. In addition, our books are kept as simple and with the fewest number of pages as possible, based on medical professional advice. This is to prevent the users from getting overwhelmed, which is the reason they lose interest in "normal books" Having conversations with seniors with dementia (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, memory loss or those rehabilitating after a stroke; even adults suffering from other life's lows) can be challenging. So do finding activities they show interest in. This title offers a solution to get our loved ones' attention, with the aid of colorful high resolution pictures of common Canadian Birds. These pictures come with each bird's name also. They are everyday birds seen in gardens, and at parks, making them easy to recognize. This title will help reduce anxiety, bring back memories, and ultimately make seniors happy; having a sense of accomplishment when they see the birds they love. CONTENT ★ High resolution, top quality pictures ★ Extra-Large Print name of each bird ★ Beautiful book cover and interior design ★ Light weight book, 6 X 9 inches, making it easy to flip through ★ Title specifically made for seniors, and adults, but suitable for all ages Usage idea for caregivers ♥ Sit beside your loved-one in a quiet area with no distractions. ♥ Provide a pillow as support for him/her to rest on the back. ♥ Another pillow can be provided for him/her on the lap to rest his/her hands on. ♥ Don't be in a hurry. Allow him/her the time to flip through each page ♥ The pictures may remind him/her about other things. This may also lead to other conversations. Follow through with them. ♥ This book can also be used with groups, as an activity book, where each person discusses a different bird

Tits, Boobies and Loons: And Other Birds Named by People Who Clearly Hate Birds

Author : Stu Royall
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2022-02-17
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780008501358

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Tits, Boobies and Loons: And Other Birds Named by People Who Clearly Hate Birds by Stu Royall Pdf

From the monotonous lark to the rough-faced shag, these poor birds have us all asking: ARE ORNITHOLOGISTS OK?

The Dictionary of American Bird Names

Author : Ernest Alfred Choate
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Birds
ISBN : 0876451172

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Explains the etymological origins of birds' English common names, along with scientific counterparts.

The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America

Author : Matt Kracht
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-02
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781452177397

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The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America by Matt Kracht Pdf

National bestselling book: Featured on Midwest, Mountain Plains, New Atlantic, Northern, Pacific Northwest and Southern Regional Indie Bestseller Lists Perfect book for the birder and anti-birder alike A humorous look at 50 common North American dumb birds: For those who have a disdain for birds or bird lovers with a sense of humor, this snarky, illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Matt Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous, yet angry, ink drawings. With The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, you won't need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! • Each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more. • The essential guide to all things wings with migratory maps, tips for birding, musings on the avian population, and the ethics of birdwatching. • Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. "There are loads of books out there for bird lovers, but until now, nothing for those that love to hate birds. The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America fills the void, packed with snarky illustrations that chastise the flying animals in a funny, profane way. " – Uncrate A humorous animal book with 50 common North American birds for people who love birds and also those who love to hate birds • A perfect coffee table or bar top conversation-starting book • Makes a great Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, or retirement gift

All About Birds Northeast

Author : Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2022-03-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691230054

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All About Birds Northeast by Cornell Lab of Ornithology Pdf

The perfect guide to the birds of the northeastern United States and eastern Canada, from the #1 birding website AllAboutBirds.org The All About Birds Regional Field-Guide Series brings birding enthusiasts the best information from the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s website, AllAboutBirds.org, used by more than 21 million people each year. These definitive books provide the most up-to-date resources and expert coverage on bird species throughout North America. This dynamic guide is the perfect companion for anyone interested in the birds of the northeastern United States and eastern Canada. The guide offers fascinating details about the birds around you, useful bird ID tips, and handy bird-watching information. It presents full accounts of the 198 species most commonly seen in these regions; beautiful photographs of male, female, and immature birds, as well as morphs, and breeding and nonbreeding plumage (so you can ID birds all year long); current range maps; and so much more. The northeastern USA and eastern Canada edition of All About Birds is easy to use and easy to share. This volume features the following states, provinces, and territories: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Quebec, Labrador, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, eastern Ontario, and eastern Nunavut. Descriptions of 198 bird species, including four photos for each bird chosen specifically for better ID and sourced from the Macaulay Library (a collection of bird photos from citizen scientists) Quick and easy index with illustrations on cover flaps, with complete index at the back Information on Cornell Lab citizen-science programs and how to participate Bonus content includes identification best practices and tips on photography, birdscaping, food and feeding, and more Free MERLIN Bird ID app (downloaded more than 5 million times) for quick ID in the wild using photos and birdsong

The Bird Alphabet Book

Author : Jerry Pallotta
Publisher : Charlesbridge
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781632895134

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The Bird Alphabet Book by Jerry Pallotta Pdf

Ready to go birding? Quick! Can you think of a bird whose name begins with X? Jerry Pallotta found one, and also birds for Q and Z and all the other letters of the alphabet. But this isn't a simple "A is for Atlantic Puffin" kind of alphabet book. Find out where these birds live, how they survive, and the unique qualities that make them interesting. Full of facts and fun, this book is sure to intrigue children with its array of feathered friends, from the familiar to the exotic. Take a brilliant tour of the bird world.

Latin for Bird Lovers

Author : Roger Lederer,Carol Burr
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2014-05-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1604695463

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Latin for Bird Lovers by Roger Lederer,Carol Burr Pdf

While Latin is officially an "ancient" language, it's useful in so many areas of modern life, including bird watching. Birdwatchers need a universal language when they're speaking about birds, since common names vary by region. Latin for Bird Lovers answers this call, introducing more than 3,000 words to describe birds. Packed with tips on using Latin to identify birds by color, size, and behavior, this gorgeously illustrated, informative guide is perfect for birdwatchers, nature lovers, and both experts and beginners in ornithology and etymology.

Australian Bird Names

Author : Ian Fraser,Jeannie Gray
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2019-09-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486311644

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Australian Bird Names by Ian Fraser,Jeannie Gray Pdf

This second edition of Australian Bird Names is a completely updated checklist of Australian birds and the meanings behind their common and scientific names, which may be useful, useless or downright misleading! For each species, the authors examine the many-and-varied common names and full scientific name, with derivation, translation and a guide to pronunciation. Stories behind the name are included, as well as relevant aspects of biology, conservation and history. Original descriptions, translated by the authors, have been sourced for many species. As well as being a book about names, this is a book about the history of the ever-developing understanding of birds, about the people who contributed to this understanding and, most of all, about the birds themselves. This second edition has been revised to follow current taxonomy and understanding of the relationships between families, genera and species. It contains new taxa, updated text and new vagrants and will be interesting reading for anyone with a love of birds, words or the history of Australian biology and bird-watching.

Name That Bird

Author : Editors Of Birds & Blooms
Publisher : Reader's Digest
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 160652335X

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Name That Bird by Editors Of Birds & Blooms Pdf

Name That Bird is a simple approach to identifying different species of birds that we commonly see in our own backyards. Want to know who's gracing your backyard feeders but overwhelmed by the dozens of massive field guides out there? By exploring only the most common birds likely to be seen in North America's backyards, Name That Bird takes a simple approach to discovering who is frolicking in your birdbath and which species is scrambling after your cranberry seed mix. Filled with stunning four-color illustrations and silhouettes of more than 150 different birds-along with detailed descriptions of color, markings, behavior, habitat, size, and song-Name That Bird will help you quickly and easily identify that large brown tree climber, tufted blue fruit eater, or tiny yellow groundfeeder. In addition, this innovative guide is packed with advice on: Plants and trees birds love Nesting and migration patterns Favorite foods for specific species Distinctive behavioral patterns The best habitats for attracting your favorite birds And much more! Once you know just who your friends are, you can start building the perfect backyard haven!

Birds What's in a Name?

Author : Peter Barry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07
Category : Birds
ISBN : 1925546047

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Birds What's in a Name? by Peter Barry Pdf

Have you ever looked through the names in a bird book and thought It's all Greek to me! ? This entertaining and informative guide to bird names explains the meanings behind the names, many of which have fascinating origins and stories behind them. The universal system of `scientific' names, based largely on Greek and Latin, is used in all good bird books and assists birdwatchers around the world in figuring out exactly what they are looking at. While some of the names are fairly self explanatory- such as Troglodytes for the wrens, meaning `cave-dweller' - others are more mysterious. For example, did you know that the scientific name for the Ruff compares the bird to a jousting horseman - a reference to its spectacular display in the breeding season. Covering 600 bird species from around the world, Birds: What's In A Name? includes explanations for names for everything.

Knowing the Name of a Bird

Author : Jane Yolen
Publisher : Creative Editions
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1568463499

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Knowing the Name of a Bird by Jane Yolen Pdf

This inquisitive, ornithological ode celebrates a love of birds--no matter what we call them and why.

A Filth of Starlings

Author : PatrickGeorge
Publisher : Patrick George
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0956255817

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A Filth of Starlings by PatrickGeorge Pdf

Presents visual depictions of bird and aquatic animal group names including a huddle of penguins, a school of whales, and a pod of dolphins.

The Burgess Bird Book for Children

Author : Thornton W. Burgess
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2003-03-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780486428406

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The Burgess Bird Book for Children by Thornton W. Burgess Pdf

Uses simple story narratives to introduce a variety of birds.

Whose Bird?

Author : Bo Beolens,Michael Watkins
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : 030010359X

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Whose Bird? by Bo Beolens,Michael Watkins Pdf

Is Bonaparte's Gull named after Napoleon Bonaparte? Is the Pallas' Sandgrouse named for the same individual as the Pallas' Warbler? This entertaining book provides for the first time a mini-biography of every person after whom a bird has been named in the English vernacular--some 1,400 individuals. Featuring 150 illustrations, Whose Bird? is arranged in the style of an encyclopedia with entries indexed both by relevant individual and by bird. The book concentrates on the people--heroes, romantics, fanatics, and many others. Entries explain who the people were, when and where they traveled, what else they did and were famous for, with whom they were connected, what they wrote and published, and how birds came to be named after them. Filled with fascinating stories about the lives and times of naturalists over the centuries, this accessible reference volume will intrigue readers at every level of interest in ornithology.